{"product_id":"meeting-of-the-minds-9781023267212","title":"Meeting of the Minds","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Robert Sheckley | Dick Francis\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Science Fiction - Alien Contact\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the bizarre and hilarious possibilities of intergalactic relations in Robert Sheckley's \"Meeting of the Minds,\" a collection of science fiction short stories that brilliantly blends humor with thought-provoking encounters. A master of satirical science fiction, Sheckley uses the theme of human-alien interaction to explore the absurdities of communication and the challenges of understanding across vastly different cultures. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis collection, focused on the subject of human-alien encounters, offers a series of witty and inventive scenarios involving space travel and the often-comical consequences of first contact. Experience Sheckley's signature blend of science fiction and humor, where alien contact is less about epic battles and more about the everyday struggles of bridging the gap between species. Perfect for readers seeking a dose of levity alongside their science fiction, this meticulously prepared edition brings Sheckley's unique vision to a new audience, showcasing the timeless appeal of his stories.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46370207236247,"sku":"9781023267212","price":1220.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/meeting-of-the-minds-9781023267212","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}